Amenities
As the “Crown Jewel” of Wood Village, the Donald L. Robertson City Park features activities for all ages
Trails
- Open and wooded trails with new wood chip paths
- Winds through the park, playground area, wetland and habitat preserve, and connects to nearby neighborhoods
- On-leash dog-friendly with dog waste bags and stations
Splash Pad
- Seasonal feature on the City Hall & Civic Center Plaza for hours of endless, free water fun
Playground & Sports
- Outfitted with safety surfaces to protect children while providing a more enjoyable and stable surface
- Engineered wood fiber surface that is soft, but sturdy enough to support a wheelchair
- Enhanced basketball court with a new sports court surface, hoop, and lights for all-day play
- Open field area for soccer, baseball, kickball, and more
Disc Golf Course
Gazebo
- Constructed in the northern grove area of the park with the help of the Rotary Club
- Available for people and groups to rent for gatherings such as parties, weddings, or music festivals
Arboretum
With the recent addition of Dogwood, 2 different varieties of Maples and Oaks, Kwanzan Cherry, Red Alder, and Capital Pear, there are now 30+ trees in the arboretum. The eastern portion of the Arboretum is dedicated to native shrubs including some edible varieties such as huckleberry and blueberry.
The arboretum is still be undergoing improvements including:
- Additions of more trees and shrubs.
- 2 acres of park offering spectacular fall colors and plant diversity for the enjoyment of visitors
Smart Park
- Free WiFi
- Solar Smart Benches (phone/device charging)
Donald L. Robertson City Park Map (PDF)
Little Explorer's Map (PDF)
Host an Event
The Donald Robertson Park is the perfect place for your family or business event or celebration. In many cases, the facilities can be reserved at no cost. Call (503) 667-6211 to check facility availability.
- Facilities at the Donald Robertson Park are available for private parties and events
- Facilities include the Gazebo, Picnic Shelter, and Sports Field
- No fee or deposit for most private groups of 100 people or less
Supporting Documents
Wetlands & Nature Preserve
A boardwalk has been installed over a portion of the wetland area to give visitors a closer view of the wetland while allowing dry passage to other areas of the park.
The wetlands wildlife habitat protects and enhances the creek’s ecosystem and it provides benefits to our community. Benefits include:
- Maintaining proper water flow and meeting clean water standards in Arata Creek
- Prevent seasonal flooding from affecting neighboring properties
- Improve wildlife habitat in the watershed, including habitat for waterfowl, endangered Columbia Gorge turtles, and fish
- Create an opportunity to reintroduce native plant species
- Provide a natural environment for citizens to engage with a properly managed stream ecosystem.
- A learning center overlooking the wetlands area which provides an atmosphere for students to view learn about our ecosystem.
The preserve has a regional impact as it is located in Metro-classified Regionally Significant Habitat Class II and Class III Riparian areas.
This project created a Wetlands Pond and Habitat Preserve on Arata Creek in the Park. The funds to create the pond and preserve came from our $293,000 local share of the Metro Parks Bond that was passed in 2006.
Park Updates
New Park Sign
We’ve posted some new signs at our Donald L. Robertson Park to remind visitors of some important park rules.
Dispose of All Trash: There are trash cans spread across the park, including along the trails and picnic area.
Keep Pets on Leashes: A walk through the park with your dog is a great way for everyone to get a little activity. Please remember that there are no off-leash sections in the park, and you must keep your dog leashed at all times.
Walk, Do Not Ride Bicycles: Our trail is not designed for both bike riding and pedestrian use, so please help keep the community safe and avoid an incident by walking your bike through our park trail system.
No Smoking or Vaping, No Use of Tobacco or Marijuana Products: Smoking, vaping, or any use of tobacco or marijuana products is prohibited on park properties.
No Alcoholic Beverages: Drinking alcoholic beverages is prohibited on park properties.
New Picnic Area Signs
With the addition of new charcoal BBQ pits in our Donald L. Robertson Park, we’ve posted new signs to remind visitors of some important rules for the picnic area.
Dispose of All Trash: There are trash cans spread across the park, including along the trails and picnic area.
Please Clean Grill & Grilling Area after Use: Clean the grill with the provided grill brush after each use.
Dispose of Used Charcoal in Hot Coal Bins: Use the provided hand shovel to remove hot coals from the BBQ pits after each use. Do not place trash inside of hot coal bins.
No Smoking or Vaping, No Use of Tobacco or Marijuana Products: Smoking, vaping, or any use of tobacco or marijuana products is prohibited on park properties.
No Alcoholic Beverages: Drinking alcoholic beverages is prohibited on park properties.
Getting Here
Walk, Bike, or Ride
Getting to the park couldn’t be easier.
Riding the bus? TriMet Bus 77-Broadway/Halsey runs from Montgomery Park in downtown Portland to the Troutdale Airport with two stops right in front of Donald L Robertson City Park on NE Halsey Street.
Plan Your Trip
Biking to the park? As a Gorge Hub stop, we have extra bike racks, restrooms, and a Gorge Hub bike trail map that follows the historic Columbia River highway.
Walk to the park by connecting at the neighborhood trailhead off of Hawthorne Avenue by the Treehill Condominiums.
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